A shocking murder case involving a city-based doctor has taken a dramatic turn, with fresh digital evidence allegedly revealing a planned cover-up and confession.
Mahendra Reddy, a surgeon, was arrested in October 2025, months after the death of his wife Kruthika Reddy, initially believed to be due to natural causes.
Suspicion grew after initial ‘natural death’
The incident dates back to April 21, when Kruthika reportedly fell unwell at their residence. Mahendra rushed her to a nearby hospital, where she was declared dead. However, investigators later suspected foul play, leading to a deeper probe.
Police allege that the accused used his medical expertise to make the death appear natural, thereby avoiding immediate suspicion.
Relationship angle emerges
During the investigation, authorities uncovered that Mahendra was allegedly in a relationship with a nurse, Harishtha. This became a key angle in establishing motive.
Investigators subsequently retrieved several incriminating chats between the two, which now form a crucial part of the chargesheet.
Chats suggest planning and confession
According to police, the accused avoided conventional messaging platforms and instead used UPI payment applications to communicate, possibly to evade detection.
Some messages reportedly indicate prior planning and attempts to manage the aftermath. In one chat, Mahendra allegedly instructed the nurse to deny their relationship if questioned by police.
In another message, he is said to have confessed to the crime, stating that he had killed his wife and anticipated legal consequences. Additional chats reportedly reflect guilt and emotional distress following the incident.
Massive digital evidence collected
The investigation has yielded extensive digital and forensic material. Officials confirmed that over 10.34 lakh files were recovered by the Forensic Science Laboratory, including deleted data, private photographs, and chat records from payment platforms.
Court denies bail, probe continues
A local court has rejected Mahendra’s bail plea, citing the seriousness of the allegations and the strength of digital evidence presented by investigators.
The couple had married in May 2024 and were working at the same hospital in Bengaluru. The case has drawn widespread attention due to the unusual nature of the evidence trail and the alleged misuse of technology.
Authorities are continuing their investigation as legal proceedings move forward.